At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop pastoral care, ensuring student wellbeing and high standards of behaviour.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on high-quality education and support for young people.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for career growth in a supportive school environment.
- Why this job: Shape the future of students and create a nurturing environment for all.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and proven leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 55747 - 61534 £ per year.
Location: Mansfield
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: Leadership Scale L4–L8 (£55,747–£61,534), dependent on skills and experience
Closing Date: Monday 13 July
Interview Date: Monday 20 July
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Headteacher – Pastoral to join our senior leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for an established leader to make a significant impact on the lives of young people by leading on behaviour, attendance, safeguarding and student wellbeing.
Working closely with the Headteacher, you will play a key role in shaping the school's pastoral vision, ensuring that every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential within a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the school's pastoral provision, including behaviour and attendance.
- Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection.
- Support the strategic leadership and continuous improvement of the school.
- Lead, manage and develop staff through effective performance management and professional development.
- Promote high standards of behaviour, engagement and student outcomes.
- Analyse and use data to monitor performance and drive school improvement.
- Support the day-to-day leadership of the school and deputise for the Headteacher when required.
We are looking for a confident, resilient and compassionate leader who is committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Proven leadership experience within a school setting.
- A strong track record of improving behaviour, attendance and pastoral provision.
- Experience working within an SEN and/or SEMH environment (desirable).
- Excellent knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
- Outstanding communication, organisational and leadership skills.
- The ability to inspire, motivate and support both staff and pupils to achieve their best.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality education and pastoral care for pupils with additional needs. If you are passionate about making a lasting difference and are ready for the next step in your leadership career, we would welcome your application.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’.
